It can also be used to updatedriversfor popularhardwaredevices.
However, Microsoft releases updates on other days as well, like for urgent fixes.
What Is Windows Update Used For?
Windows Update (Windows 11).
Windows Update is used to keep Microsoft Windows and several other Microsoft programs updated.
Updates often include feature enhancements and security updates to protect Windows from malware and malicious attacks.
However, this service doesn’t update most of your other, non-Microsoft software.
Windows Update (Windows 8).
You’ll need to update those programs yourself or use afree software updater programto do it for you.
SeeHow to Check For and Install Windows Updatesif you need more specific instructions.
choose the updates you wish to install and follow any instructions given to download and drop in the updates.
Windows Update (Windows XP).
It runs in the background and notifies you when a critical update is available through Windows Update.
That tool was replaced by Automatic Updates, which is available in Windows Me and Windows 2003 SP3.
Some non-Microsoft programs, likeOUTDATEfighter, install Windows updates if you don’t want to use Windows Update.
SeeHow to Update Apps on Windows 11for help updating software obtained through Microsoft Store.
Although Windows Update can update some equipment drivers, many aren’t provided by Microsoft.
